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Vitamin B12 Injection

Targeting the Anti-aging Process Holistically B12 Injections Can Help You Look and Feel Younger What Is Vitamin B12? Vitamin B12, also known as cyanocobalamin, is a water-soluble vitamin required by the body in order to function properly. It is vital in a number of different biological processes. These processes include DNA synthesis, red blood cell formation, energy production, nerve cell health, and general neurological function. The B12 vitamin is an essential

February 6, 2022

Three Basic Principles of Aging-Step 3-Dermal Fillers

Fight Signs of Aging with Dermal Fillers As we age, our skin loses volume and can become thinner and begin to sag forming wrinkles and fine lines. The third step is re- volumize with fillers or Nova threads to help support, lift, restore fullness and contour. One way to protect your skin from the outside is by avoiding harsh sun and applying sunscreen daily. Another way to enhance your

January 17, 2022

Three Basic Principles of Aging-Step 2- Neurotoxins

Once we understand step one, skin integrity and working to maximize it, we are now ready for step two, facial injection neurotoxins such as Botox. Jeuveau, Dysport, Xeomin, etc. Natural aging and a lifetime of involuntary facial muscle actions contribute to the formation of tiny wrinkles, creases and fine lines that can make you look angry, tired or older than you feel. Although aging may be inevitable, Southern Cosmetic Laser

January 3, 2022

Aging Principles Southern Cosmetic Laser Charleston

Three Basic Principles of Aging-Step 1-Skin Integrity

Cindy believes in these 3 Basic Principles of Aging! Skin Integrity Toxins Dermal Fillers While at Southern Cosmetic Laser we can’t actually turn back the hands of time, we’ve seen that when these three steps are treated in a systematic approach you can achieve long lasting and amazing results. You may even have people say to you, “Wow, you look amazing! What is your secret?” In this blog we will

December 17, 2021

Tixel Skin Treatment

For Smoother, Radiant, Revitalized Skin Tixel is the most advanced thermal technology to improve skin texture, crepiness, active acne, acne scars and much more. The Tixel skin treatment utilizes thermo-mechanical energy to create tiny micro-channels in the skin inducing new collagen stimulation for improved skin quality. The micro-channels can be infused with products such as vitamin A or skin lightening agents to treat melasma or pigment issues. Tixel is similar

November 11, 2021

SylfirmX Skin Treatment

SylfirmX is the world’s first and foremost advanced dual-wave radio frequency microneedling technology. SylfirmX provides extraordinary results and is the ultimate skin rejuvenation for tighter, younger-looking skin. SylfirmX is safe for all skin types. SylfirmX provides the most advanced energy-based treatment of its kind combining radiofrequency and an advance state-of-the-art microneedling technology. This leading skin rejuvenation system is ideal for skin laxity and lifting, wrinkles, skin tone and texture, redness,

October 25, 2021

Cindy On Living Local

Watch for Cindy on Channel 2 on Living Local at noon. This month Cindy will be discussing fillers and their benefits. Nothing drags your face down and makes you look older than volume loss in the upper cheek. Dermal fillers treat wrinkles and restores volume loss to the mid face. She shares information on HA fillers and longer, lasting collagen-stimulating fillers and how to avoid that “frozen, ducky look.” In

June 25, 2020

Light Emitting Diode (LED) phototherapy by Celluma Southern Cosmetic Laser Charleston

LED Light Therapy

Look light years younger with the help of LED LIGHT THERAPY by Celluma! Light Emitting Diode (LED) phototherapy is the application of light energy to improve cellular health by accelerating the repair and replenishment of compromised tissue cells. Phototherapy is known for its healing and anti-inflammatory properties. LED Light Therapy Can: Minimize lines and wrinkles Minimize inflammation Improve skin tone, texture and clarity Increase collagen and elastin production Increase circulation

December 3, 2019

Neurotoxin

WHAT ARE NEUROTOXIN INJECTIONS? Neurotoxin injections are the gold standard, highly popular cosmetic treatment for treating lines and wrinkles caused by every-day facial expressions, stress and aging. Neurotoxins are great for the forehead wrinkles, wrinkles between the eyes, known as the 11’s, and crow’s feet. Its active ingredient “freezes” facial muscles to keep you from contracting them in ways that deepen lines and wrinkles. Some clients fear they will swell

November 11, 2019

Chemical Peels

FALL is the perfect time to peel…….Falling temperatures are the perfect time to start thinking about repairing damaged skin from the summer. Maybe you had a little too much sun or you just want to get your skin glowing and ready for the Holidays. Now, I know “chemical peels” may sound scary especially with the thought of chemicals on your face, but they are safe and effective and can give

October 21, 2019

Introducing Newtox: The Newest Wrinkle Relaxer

If you use Botox, Dysport or Xeomin, then you should know about the latest neuromodulator alternative, Jeuveau, also called Newtox. Jeuveau is the newest wrinkle relaxer for the treatment of moderate to severe frown lines. Southern Cosmetic Laser is one of the first medical aesthetic practices to introduce Newtox to the area. What is Newtox? Jeuveau, nicknamed Newtox, is a neuromodulator comparable to Botox and Dysport approved by the FDA

July 29, 2019

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Our Hollywood Laser Peel

The Hollywood laser peel is said to have derived its name from the numbers of movie stars who requested the treatment before a red-carpet appearance. Today, however, the treatment is not reserved for just the rich or famous. Almost anyone will find much use for the Hollywood laser peel before events like weddings, proms, and graduations. And even if there is no special event in your near future, the laser

April 26, 2019

Tattoo Removal

While a tattoo can be a work of art and a statement, removing one can be a chore. In the past, it was often a painful chore – but not anymore. Techniques in the 21st century provide for tattoo removal easily and quickly using Spectra lasers. Is Tattoo Removal Safe? You might be tempted to ask, “is tattoo removal safe?” The answer is “yes”. Laser tattoo removal, in particular, is

April 6, 2019

Repairing Sun Damage

Sun damage, also known as photo-damage, is a major problem for skin health that most people experience to some degree. Some of the long-term effects of too much sun include: wrinkles and lines, dark spots, mottled skin, and skin cancer. Different methods exist to treat sun damaged skin, including options that use single wavelength laser light, mixtures of different wavelengths of light, and radio frequency energy. CO2 Laser Resurfacing Syneron

March 26, 2019

Laser Hair Removal

Laser hair removal is now the best method for quickly removing unwanted body hair and is perhaps the best compromise between ease of treatment and longevity of results. It is not always a permanent solution, but once enough treatments have been done, it may be months before the hair needs to be removed again. Laser hair removal does, however, cause permanent hair reduction. After treatment, hair regrows, but not as

March 6, 2019

Genius by Lutronic

The Genius by Lutronic is one of the newest anti-aging technologies. It is used as an anti-aging tool to treat deep tissue layers to reverse the effects of time and gravity on the skin. Wrinkles are a common consequence of aging and can make people look older than they really are. Genius uses a microneedle to direct radiofrequency (RF) energy to deeper tissue layers and has real-time feedback to allow

February 26, 2019

Spectra Laser

Spectra (by Lutronic) is a specialized laser that can be used for what is popularly called the “Hollywood Peel” as well as tattoo removal. The Spectra laser can also be used to even skin tone and texture and to correct pigmentation. This versatile tool is also the only FDA-approved laser for treating melasma (brown to gray-brown patches on facial skin), acne scars, pigmented and vascular lesions, and removing pigmentation from

February 4, 2019

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4 Ways to Get Rid of Holiday Fat (Without Surgery)

People report experiencing unwanted weight gain following the fall and winter holiday season each year. And each year we make resolutions to drop the weight, planning healthy diets and regular exercise regimens with the expectation it will all melt away. But the truth is, despite our best efforts, body fat can deposit in areas that are difficult to breakdown through diet and exercise alone. It can be incredibly discouraging if

January 26, 2019

Cosmetic New Year’s Resolutions

What is your New Year’s resolution? Perhaps you promised yourself that you would start hitting the gym more often or that you’d make an effort to eat all of your leafy greens. Healthy goals are good! They help us feel good and look better. But don’t forget self-care in the rush to meet your new goals. Check out these low commitment resolutions that should be on everyone’s list! Book A

January 4, 2019

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Southern Cosmetic’s Christmas Wish List

Southern Cosmetic Laser is one of South Carolina’s leading providers of laser-based surgeries. There are, however, many things sold by Southern Cosmetic which do not involve surgery. These include a wide range of some of the finest skin care and eyelash products in the market. These include offerings from Glo-Therapeutics, Refissa, RevitaLash, and Lira. Learn more about each below: Glo-Therapeutics Glo-Therapeutics offers a line of anti-aging skin care products. There

December 20, 2018

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